The FQHA All Novice Buckle Series wrapped up on October 30 & 31st at the Clay County Fairgrounds in Green Cove Springs. The weather couldn't have been better for the final of this series of shows and clinics! Many thanks to clinicians Andrew Augsburger, Carrie Grose and Julie Steinmetz-Usoff, who volunteered their time and expertise to well attended clinics. Judge Peter Morgan also generously donated his judging in the interest of AQHA and the industry. FQHA Director Bob Lines is an invaluable volunteer, running the tractor, driving the water truck, and along with his wife, Jan, serving lunch to exhibitors, and generally doing whatever is needed! FQHA Director Pat Levison, Amanda McHollan and Diane Garrison also volunteered as photographer, ring steward and gate. We are so appreciative of the many volunteers who helped make this series of shows a great experience.

FQHA congratulates the All Novice BUCKLE SERIES High Point Award Winners!

High Point Novice Amateur English Buckle Winner - Jennifer Leavengood and Hot Ann Peppery
High Point Novice Amateur Western Buckle Winner - Kathy Bennetch and Grace Amazing
High Point Novice Youth Western Buckle Winner - Cheyenne Augsburger and The Black Force
High Point EWD Youth Bronze Horse Winner - Elisabeth Szuka and Awesomely Roy
High Point EWD Adult Bronze Horse Winner - Helen Osborn and RL Hot Roddin Zip

We look forward to seeing you next year!

We all had a wonderful time at the Novice Clinic and Show this past weekend in Green Cove Springs. We brought a group of five girls and each and everyone of them can't wait to come back and do the complete series next year. We loved the format of the show, the relaxed atmosphere, and especially the feedback from the judge and clinicians. Everyone was great! Even when the clinicians pointed out some of the same issues that our trainer does, it was helpful for the kids to hear it phrased a bit differently and to have the reinforcement of a second opinion. My daughter definitely had an "aha" moment after the showmanship clinic! We found the show to be very affordable, the staff helpful, and the contestants supportive of one another. We were also pleased to see the first rate quality of the prizes, including the circuit and series awards. We anticipate bringing a much larger group next year; unfortunately the holiday weekend prevented many from attending. We feel this is not only a wonderful introduction to quarter horse showing, but a fun and informative experience for anyone interested in showing horses and improving their riding skills. Our only complaint is that we have to wait until next summer for the new series to commence!